Contracts Manager – Co. Tipperary
We are partnering with an established civil engineering contractor in Tipperary who is hiring a Contracts Manager due to growth in their workload. Our client specialises in civil engineering works for high-profile projects within the power and wastewater sectors.
The Role:
As Contracts Manager, you will:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, sourcing representatives, and wider stakeholders across multiple business units.
- Assist in the preparation of project documentation, programs, schedules, and execution plans.
- Support procurement by reviewing and approving subcontractors and subcontract documents in line with contract requirements.
- Deliver projects to agreed schedules, scopes, quality standards, and budgets.
- Ensure timely project reporting and forecasting.
- Work closely with the HSQE team to manage and implement procedures across project sites.
- Oversee budgets, valuations, and costs while ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.
- Identify and initiate necessary change control processes.
- Proactively plan to prevent problems and resolve emerging issues.
- Analyse, manage, and mitigate risks.
- Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques.
- Manage the workflow of subcontractors, ensuring compliance with site programmes.
- Provide guidance, training, and oversight to staff under your responsibility.
- Manage commercial relationships with clients and/or consultants to drive continuous improvement.
- Lead contractual negotiations and advise Project Managers where necessary.
- Note: This role is dynamic and may include additional responsibilities beyond those listed.
Requirements:
- Formal education in Construction Management or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role at a comparable level.
- Outstanding client relationship management skills with a strong client focus.
- Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, methods, and techniques.
- Familiarity with construction management software.
- Competence in conflict and crisis management.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Solid knowledge of utilities and public works contracts.
For more information, please contact Talent-Curve Recruitment.